UNTHA presents new shredders at IFAT 2026
At IFAT Munich 2026, UNTHA will present two new shredders and an upgraded XR mobil-e platform, focusing on efficient waste processing and improved recycling performance.
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Avient tackles the challenges associated with AI-powered data centres
At Wire Düsseldorf 2026, Avient will present material solutions for power and data cables for data centers, focused on fire safety, increasing throughput, and sustainability goals.
PET wine bottles: a lightweight alternative to glass
Growing demand for sustainable and lightweight packaging is supporting the spread of PET bottles in the wine segment. Examples from the Nordic countries and solutions from Anora and Alpla show how this format can open up new markets and target groups.
Sidel presents aseptic PET lines at CBST 2026
At CBST 2026 in Shenzhen, Sidel will showcase its aseptic PET bottling solutions and the NeXt Line complete line concept, as well as present its service offering for beverage producers in Greater China.
Arburg becomes a partner of the Thin Wall Packaging Academy
Arburg has established a network partnership with the Thin Wall Packaging Academy (TWPA) based in Switzerland. The aim of the cooperation is to promote thin-wall injection moulding technology and provide practical training for packaging industry specialists.
Circular polyamide cuts the carbon footprint of Vimar Linea switches by 80%
Vimar has launched the Linea switch range, where mounting frames made from Durethan Blue polyamide 6 by Envalior have reduced the carbon footprint by more than 80% compared to previous fossil-based solutions.
Interpack 2026: processing and packaging solutions for pharma
At Interpack 2026, three halls will concentrate the range of machines, materials and processing and packaging technologies for the pharmaceutical industry, with a strong focus on automation, digitalisation and sustainable packaging.
Arburg presents Allrounder Trend and Gestica lite at FIP 2026
At FIP 2026 in Lyon, Arburg will present its new standard Allrounder Trend injection moulding machine series with the Gestica lite control system and digital solutions including the ALS MES and the arburgXworld portal.
TVOP implements EvoBLOW Laser technology in edible oil production
Thanakorn Vegetable Oil Products, the world's first edible oil producer to implement Sidel's EvoBLOW Laser technology in a new plant, is combining it with CoboREEL, EvoFilm Stretch and the Evo-ON digital suite.
Integrated Husky systems for sustainable PET preform production
Growing sustainability requirements are changing how PET preform production lines are designed. Husky's HyPET 6e platform integrates machine, mold and auxiliaries to enable high rPET content while maintaining efficiency and quality.
Minebea Intec focuses on customized weighing and inspection systems
At interpack 2026 in Düsseldorf, Minebea Intec will present integrated, individually engineered weighing and inspection solutions, from dynamic systems to bench and floor scales and SPC software.
Arburg presents four innovative applications at Plast 2026
At Plast 2026 in Milan, Arburg will present four injection moulding cells, including the new electric Allrounder Trend series for standard applications and solutions for two-component, LSR and insert moulding, complemented by an overview of digital services.
